2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 447 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
