2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 453 kg more than 2002 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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
