2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C3 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |