2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 532 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
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, 2001 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C1 | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |