1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 842 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Fleetwood | C3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2470 mm |
