2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 755 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
