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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP) 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 287 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 (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (95 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.
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 | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 95 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |