2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C3 | xA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
