2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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 Corsa (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
