2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 10 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 144 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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
