2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Eagle Talon
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Eagle Talon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Eagle Talon weights approximately 270 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 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Citroen | Eagle |
Model | C3 | Talon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |