2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C1 | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |