2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C2 and 2002 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 254 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C2 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C2 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |