2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Citroen C2

To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1272 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.

Because 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 2003 Citroen C2
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Tahoe C2
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 72 HP
Torque 393 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 77 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2262 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2320 mm


 

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