2010 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2010 Volkswagen Jetta and 2010 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 342 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3. 2010 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
Model | Jetta | C3 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |