2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C4 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |