2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 887 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
