2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
