2006 Rover 75 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 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Rover | Citroen |
Model | 75 | C3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |