2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Aveo and 2007 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1122 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 17.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
