2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Kart Up would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3.
Because 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C3 | Kart Up |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |
