2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 942 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Odyssey | C3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2068 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |