2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial weights approximately 436 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C1 | Commercial |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2461 cc |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 93 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |