2004 Honda City vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
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, 2012 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | City | C3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |