2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 SsangYong Kyron were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 870 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 2006 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
