2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Scion xD
To start off, 2008 Scion xD is newer by 6 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Scion xD.
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, 2008 Scion xD (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2008 Scion xD | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C3 | xD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
