2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Steyr G-series

To start off, both 2001 Citroen C2 and 2001 Steyr G-series were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Steyr G-series (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1240 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.

Because 2001 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Steyr G-series 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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2. 2001 Steyr G-series has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Steyr G-series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C2 2001 Steyr G-series
Make Citroen Steyr
Model C2 G-series
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Size 1124 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2410 mm


 

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