2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 7 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C3 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
