2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 643 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | C3 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
