2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (103 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 204 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 Opel Astra (231 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C3 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 103 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |