2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 171 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
