2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 483 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
