2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 505 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1299 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
