2003 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2003 Audi A3 and 2003 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. 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, 2003 Audi A3 (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 17.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |