2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2001 Opel 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
