2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (85 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Yaris | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
