2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Honda NSX

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C1 and 2005 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C1, 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C1 2005 Honda NSX
Make Citroen Honda
Model C1 NSX
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1398 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 276 HP
Torque 132 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3440 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1180 mm


 

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