2001 Honda Z vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Z | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
