2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
