2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Citroen |
| Model | Vectra | C3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
