2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 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. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Jazz | C3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |