2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 558 kg more than 2004 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C3 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |