2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 399 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.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V 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 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Citroen C3 | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |