2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 359 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, 2012 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
