2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Colorado and 2010 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3. 2010 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Colorado | C3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |