2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |