2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C3 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
