2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 532 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C3 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C3 | Passat |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |