2003 Citroen C vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 438 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C | Passat |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |