2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 637 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
