2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1103 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.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | C3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
