2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
