2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 139 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C3 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |