2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
