2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 18 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C3 | Dedra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |