2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C3 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 46 L |
