2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |