2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 51 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
