2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 65 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-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, 2008 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | HR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |