2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1254 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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
