2006 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 216 kg more than 2001 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 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RSX | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
