2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 320 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, 2006 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
