2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
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 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
