2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C2 and 2000 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 15 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2. 2000 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2000 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2000 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C2 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | C2 | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |