2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2002 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 125 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1135 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |