2009 Honda Fit 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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 302 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Fit | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
