2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C3 | EL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
