2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1999 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |