2000 Honda City vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Honda City.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2011 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | City | C3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |