2003 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Golf | C3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
