2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C3 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |