2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Defender |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |