2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 643 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
