2002 Toyota Yaris vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 2010 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Yaris | C6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
