2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1071 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.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | C1 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
