2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Saturn SC

To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC.

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 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C3 2002 Saturn SC
Make Citroen Saturn
Model C3 SC
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 60 L


 

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