2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
