2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | CRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
