2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 610 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C1 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |