1996 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 20 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 1996 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Lexcen | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Lexcen | C3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5660 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
