2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 138 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, 2000 Rover 75 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C3 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
