2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Scion xB is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xB weights approximately 443 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, 2011 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2011 Scion xB | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C2 | xB |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2601 mm |
