2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 542 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
