2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1. 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 FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | FR-V | C1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
