2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 517 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, 2004 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C3 | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
