2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 945 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 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | C3 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
