2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
