2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
