2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 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 Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |