2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Signum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
