2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 2005 Citroen C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
