2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2001 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C3 | Terios |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |