2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Holden Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Cruze (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Cruze 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, 2009 Holden Cruze (320 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | C3 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2685 mm |
