2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 641 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |