2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. 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 Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C1 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C1 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |