2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 457 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C3 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
