2005 Citroen C vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa.
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, 2000 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2000 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
