2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc, 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
