2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Citroen |
| Model | Vectra | C3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
