2006 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Civic | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
