2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Echo (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo.
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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2380 mm |
