2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 247 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 Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
