2011 Land Rover Defender vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1585 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Land Rover Defender | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
| Model | Defender | C3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
