2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
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 Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
