2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 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 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 518 kg more than 2009 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 2009 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 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C1 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |
