2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Yaris | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
