2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 532 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | C3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
