2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
