2005 Citroen C vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C | Satria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
