1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | 911 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3162 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
