2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C3 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
