2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Proton 400
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2000 Proton 400. 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton 400. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2000 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C3 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
