2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR vs. 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style

To start off, both 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR and 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR.

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, 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style. 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Citroen C3 1.6 XTR 2011 Citroen C3 Pluriel 1.4 Style
Make Citroen Citroen
Model C3 C3
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 72 HP
Torque 148 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 192 km/hour 164 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 1211 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 47 L


 

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