2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 700 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
