2012 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Honda Civic and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 194 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, 2012 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Civic | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas (CNG) | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1126 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
