2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
