2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota iQ weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 32 L |
