2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 900 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Sienna | C3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
