2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen C3 and 1999 Citroen C3 are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C3 weights approximately 274 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, 1999 Citroen C3 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1999 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
