1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
