2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |