2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 725 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
