2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 314 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.
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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C3 | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |