2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |