2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 9 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), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 818 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.
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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
