2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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. Both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2008 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,398 cc engine.
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 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
