2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 745 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
