2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 558 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
