2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 5 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | C3 | TS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2230 mm |
