2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2001 Volkswagen Lupo (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2001 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C3 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
