2010 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2010 Citroen C1 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C1 weights approximately 387 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.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C1 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C1 | C3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |