2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | FR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |