2009 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 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 Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | Touran | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
