2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Proton Impian weights approximately 152 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 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Proton Impian | |
Make | Citroen | Proton |
Model | C3 | Impian |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |