2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
