2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2009 Citroen C1

To start off, both 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish and 2009 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Aston Martin Vanquish 2009 Citroen C1
Make Aston Martin Citroen
Model Vanquish C1
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5935 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 521 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 577 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 5800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 325 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1956 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3440 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.9 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 35 L


 

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