2003 Honda Fit vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Fit (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Fit | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |