2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1828 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 108 L |
