2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, both 2010 Citroen C3 and 2010 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 849 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C3 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
