2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2002 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 917 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2002 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Brooklands | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 1050 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |
