2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
