2001 Citroen C vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Citroen C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
