2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Toyota Aygo is newer by 9 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2002 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2011 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Aygo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |