2003 Honda Fit 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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Fit weights approximately 2 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3.
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 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Fit | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
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 | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |