2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Dodge Stratus
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Dodge Stratus were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 545 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, 2000 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Dodge Stratus | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C3 | Stratus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |