2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1159 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |