2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3.
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, 2006 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
