2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |