2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1264 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.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C2 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C2 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |