2006 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Citroen C3

To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Rover 45.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Rover 45 2011 Citroen C3
Make Rover Citroen
Model 45 C3
Year Released 2006 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.3 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 193 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 12.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1236 kg 1252 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 47 L


 

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