2003 Pininfarina Enjoy vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.
Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pininfarina Enjoy | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Pininfarina | Citroen |
Model | Enjoy | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1540 mm |