2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 340 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 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (321 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C3 2007 Porsche Boxster
Make Citroen Porsche
Model C3 Boxster
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1398 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 165 km/hour 268 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 5.5 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 1005 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.1 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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