2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 2000 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
