2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 1 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 685 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 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Blackhawk | C3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |