2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tundra (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 440 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
