2007 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1556 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental 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 2007 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Continental | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental | C3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 87 HP |
Torque | 875 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |