2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C3 | Satria |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
