2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Daewoo Matiz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. 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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | C3 | Matiz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1123 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |