2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
