2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 980 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.
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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C3 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |