2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 297 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.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C3 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C3 Jetta
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1122 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1053 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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