2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 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 2006 Toyota Corolla
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C3 Corolla
Year Released 2002 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1157 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 50 L


 

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