2003 Citroen C vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
