2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Citroen C3
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
