2000 Citroen C2 vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2000 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (113 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. 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, 1998 Ford Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 53 L |
