2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 352 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.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1410 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
