2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |