2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
