2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP) has 223 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | C3 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |