2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C1 and 2000 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2000 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C1 | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |