2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1998 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
