2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen GTI (235 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
