2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura CSX weights approximately 61 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. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2009 Acura CSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C3 | CSX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
