2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
