2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C1 and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C1 | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C1 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 222 HP |
Torque | 132 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |