2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 689 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C3 2005 SsangYong Rexton
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model C3 Rexton
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 2874 cc
Horse Power 72 HP 217 HP
Torque 118 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2250 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1211 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 80 L


 

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