2005 Citroen C vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |