2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 383 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |