2012 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 528 kg more than 2000 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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Accord | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |