1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 791 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |
