2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 256 kg more than 2002 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 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 9.2 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 | 1098 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
