2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 474 kg more than 2001 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, 1990 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
