2004 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 75 | C3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |