2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Astro and 2000 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 842 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Astro | C3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |