2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 378 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
