2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Astra (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Astra weights approximately 188 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 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
