2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 97 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
