2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 457 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C3 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
