2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 824 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 88 L |