2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 445 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.
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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
