2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
