2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |