2005 Citroen C vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
