2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C1 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |