2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,191 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Lupo (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
