2005 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 660 kg more than 2011 Citroen C1. 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Previa | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Previa | C1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
