2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 12 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 685 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C3 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |