2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 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 C3 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
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 C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | C2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |