2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C-Crosser. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Touareg | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
