2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 146 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 2004 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |
