2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 32 L |
