2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3.
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 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C3 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 71 L |
