2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
