2001 Toyota Condor vs. 2011 Citroen C3

To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Condor (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Condor 2011 Citroen C3
Make Toyota Citroen
Model Condor C3
Year Released 2001 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1446 kg 1126 kg
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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