2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Citroen C1

To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. 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 2012 Citroen C1. 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 2012 Citroen C1
Make Honda Citroen
Model CR-V C1
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 177 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 41 L