2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mark II (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
