2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 377 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
