2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
