2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 149 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 Xsara (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |