2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C1 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C1 | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |