2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
