2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Prius weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
