2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 7 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
