2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
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 Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1237 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C3 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |