2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
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, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C3 | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
