2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Opel Tigra.
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, 2000 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2000 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C3 | Tigra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |