2002 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2004 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2002 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Astro | 2004 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Astro | C3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
