2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 762 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
