2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1263 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C3 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
