2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Citroen C
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2003 Citroen C | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
