2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Rover 25 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | C3 | 25 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |