2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 294 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.
Because 2003 Tata E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | C3 | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
