2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Holden Nova
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Nova would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen C3 and 1997 Holden Nova are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Holden Nova. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Nova weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 1997 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1997 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C3 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
