2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
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 HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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 HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
