2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.

Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C4 2002 Honda Accord
Make Citroen Honda
Model C4 Accord
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L