2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 427 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, 2010 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
