2010 Acura MDX vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP) has 228 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 984 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura MDX | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | MDX | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
