2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 290 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.
Because 2004 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Honda NSX 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. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
