2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 2 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 548 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.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
