2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP) has 239 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C3 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 311 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 104 L |
