2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C2 and 2001 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2.
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 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 54 L |
