2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 233 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.
Because 2003 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |