2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler 300 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 787 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | 300 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5645 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |