2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
