2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP) has 428 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 884 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
