2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 340 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 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
