2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C1 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C1 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |