2005 Citroen C vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (205 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
