2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 867 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2012 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Jazz | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
