2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 229 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C2 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2480 mm |