2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
