2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 512 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Citroen C2 2013 Volkswagen Golf
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C2 Golf
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 996 kg 1508 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4212 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 55 L


 

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