2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 478 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 97.1 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |