2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 12 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, 2001 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
