2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 468 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.

Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2002 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Citroen C3 2002 Toyota Tundra
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C3 Tundra
Year Released 2011 2002
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3270 mm


 

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