2005 Citroen C vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. Both 2005 Citroen C and 2012 Citroen C3 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Citroen C.
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, 2005 Citroen C (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C | C3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |