2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 898 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Kyron has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
