2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 2006 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Avalon and 2006 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 130 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 Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Avalon | 2006 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Avalon | C3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 336 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |