2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2003 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2003 Donkervoort D8 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 2003 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2003 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | C3 | D8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |