2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 1181 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |