2001 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 378 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Previa | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Previa | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
