2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |