2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1.
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 Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1. 2012 Citroen C1 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Jazz | C1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |