2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Honda Z were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Honda Z | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |