2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Marcos | Citroen |
| Model | TSO | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
