1995 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 404 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Previa | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Previa | C3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
