2010 Audi TT vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP) has 157 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 381 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi TT | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1351 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
