2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1586 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
