2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 827 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.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
