2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Samsung SM3
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Samsung SM3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM3 (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Samsung SM3 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Citroen | Samsung |
Model | C3 | SM3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |