2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |