2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 433 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
