2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C3 2005 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Citroen Lamborghini
Model C3 Diablo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1360 cc 5707 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 523 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 80 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 90 L


 

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