2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2012 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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1126 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
