2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 6 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Fox (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
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 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Fox |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
