2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 873 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 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C2 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
