2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 851 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |
