2000 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Bora | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Bora | C1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
