2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tahoe | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
