2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 661 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Tacoma (248 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
