2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc, 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 65 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
