2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 11 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 520 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 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C3 | Actyon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |