2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C3 2007 Toyota RAV4
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C3 RAV4
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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