2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |