2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 10 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 495 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
