2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1547 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |