2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 (240 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
