2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 579 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |