2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 30 L |
