2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,122 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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, 2009 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
