2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 and 2006 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | 300 | C3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |