2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 541 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.9:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 20.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |