2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 284 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
