2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 6 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 185 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.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
