2001 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2001 Audi A3.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
