2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 104 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 30 L |
