2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Yaris | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
