2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Eagle Talon
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C2 and 2002 Eagle Talon were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Eagle Talon weights approximately 365 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 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2. 2002 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2002 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2002 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C2 | 2002 Eagle Talon | |
Make | Citroen | Eagle |
Model | C2 | Talon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |