2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 865 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
Model | Range Rover Sport | C3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 47 L |