2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Honda Odyssey were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 269 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.
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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
