1996 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1996 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 C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |