2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1996 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
