2006 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 279 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.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | MDX | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
