2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 7 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 79 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
