2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 558 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 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
