2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 736 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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 C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 2011 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
