2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 216 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |