2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 5 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C3 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
