2012 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Geely CK

To start off, both 2012 Citroen C3 and 2012 Geely CK were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Geely CK. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Geely CK. (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Geely CK.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Citroen C3 2012 Geely CK
Make Citroen Geely
Model C3 CK
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1342 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1126 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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