2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo. 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, 1997 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
