2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 878 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 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |