2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |