2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Xsara and 2001 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 318 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | C2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
