2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C2 and 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 160 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, 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C2 | 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | C2 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 57 L |