2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 706 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 2010 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
