2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C2 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 160 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.
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, 2003 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2. 2003 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C2 | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |