2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Satria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Satria would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Satria is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C3 | Satria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
