2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.6i vs. 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.6i and 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X 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 C3 Pluriel 1.6i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.6i (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.6i should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.6i weights approximately 78 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X. 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 Pluriel 1.6i (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.6i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.6i | 2003 Citroen C3 1.4 HDi X | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 120 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 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |