2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen C1 and 2001 Toyota Yaris are equipped with a 998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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, 2001 Toyota Yaris (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C1 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
