2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
