2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion

To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Daihatsu Sirion were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Sirion.

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, both vehicles can yield 120 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C3 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
Make Citroen Daihatsu
Model C3 Sirion
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2350 mm


 

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