2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 329 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C3 | TT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
