2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1945 Jeep CJ2 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep CJ2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1945 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2040 mm |
