2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 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 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |