2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. 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, 2001 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
