2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Jazz | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |