2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 9 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
