2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 462 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3. 2006 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
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 | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |