2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 906 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
