2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |