2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Parati |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
