2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | S-MX | C3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
