2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 994 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
