2003 Citroen C vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 340 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
