2011 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Civic | C3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 173 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1201 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |