2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
