2007 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
