2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 18 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.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Yaris | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
