2008 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 207 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Sequoia | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
