2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2002 Citroen Xsara and 2002 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 298 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 Xsara (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | C2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |