2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-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 300 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.

Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 Honda CR-V
Make Citroen Honda
Model C3 CR-V
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 192 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 58 L