2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
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, 2005 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Prius |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 48 L |