2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
