2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2003 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2003 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2003 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Cavalier | C2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |