2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen C3 and 1997 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |