2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
