2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Gol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
