2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Highlander | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
