2012 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C3 and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C3 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | C3 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5660 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |