2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 888 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
