2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 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 FR-V (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
