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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 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 512 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1124 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |