2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5660 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Condor |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5660 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1459 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |