2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
