2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
