2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Holden Vectra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 162 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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | C3 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |