2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C1 and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. 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, 2006 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C1 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C1 | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 52 L |