2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |