2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 273 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1331 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
