2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 53 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
