2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C3 | Antara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |