2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 460 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
