2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Silverado and 2003 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1347 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | C3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
