2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Pontiac Aztek were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2004 Pontiac Aztek is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Aztek will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Pontiac Aztek 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 Pontiac Aztek will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Pontiac Aztek | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C3 | Aztek |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |