2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 284 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C3 | HHR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
