2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 120 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, 2000 Honda Civic (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
