2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
