2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Accord (145 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Accord weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2001 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 145 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |