2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1072 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.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
