2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2003 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |