2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
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 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
