2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 640 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 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3270 mm |
