2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Defender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |