1993 Rover 800 vs. 2006 Citroen C3
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 444 kg more than 2006 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2006 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 800 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
