2005 Citroen C vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1997 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C | Paseo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |