2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila is newer by 2 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Opel Agila.
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, 2004 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2004 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
