2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 19 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
