2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 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. Both 2009 Honda Accord and 2012 Citroen C4 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |