2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Vauxhall Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 195 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 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | C3 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |