2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 402 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C3 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1211 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
