2009 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen T5 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | T5 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
