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) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) 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 208 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 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 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
