2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
