2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Ginetta G34
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Ginetta G34 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2000 Ginetta G34.
Because 2000 Ginetta G34 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ginetta G34. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2000 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Citroen | Ginetta |
Model | C3 | G34 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1050 mm |