1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1508 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C3 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2891 mm |