2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ.
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 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
