2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 2 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C2 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | C2 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |