2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C3 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
