2003 Acura RSX vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2003 Acura RSX and 2003 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 213 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | RSX | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |