2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
