2006 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2012 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Citi | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Citi | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 1398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
