2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 10 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
