2008 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit.
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, 2012 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Fit | C4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |