2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 83 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.
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, 2002 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2000 Acura EL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C2 | EL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2619 mm |
