2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 513 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 2009 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | C3 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |
