2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen C3 and 1995 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,585 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2590 mm |
