2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 781 kg more than 2000 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 Colorado (251 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Colorado | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
