2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 394 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |