2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 534 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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
