2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 385 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
