2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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, 2001 Opel Corsa (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
