2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3, 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 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Brooklands | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |