2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 362 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
