2003 Honda City vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda City would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda City | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | City | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |