2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
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 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |