2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
