2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
