2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
