2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | C1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |