2001 Citroen C vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Citroen C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
