2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1292 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Avalanche | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
