2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C3 and 2001 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Astra weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2001 Holden Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | C3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |