2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Polo | C3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |