2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 11 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 515 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, 2012 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2012 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
| Model | C2 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 74 L |
