2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 314 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.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |