2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 182 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C2 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
