2006 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C1 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C1 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 62 L |
