2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 10 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 450 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.
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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Brilliance BS6 has manual transmission. 2010 Brilliance BS6 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 | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
| Model | C3 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
