2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Honda City.
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, 2004 Honda City (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |