2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.

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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C3 2009 Toyota Corolla
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C3 Corolla
Year Released 2008 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 50 L


 

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