2007 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Vue | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Saturn | Citroen |
| Model | Vue | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
