1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | C3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3065 mm |
