2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 761 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 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2004 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | C3 | Rexton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |