2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Allion (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Allion weights approximately 250 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 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Allion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |