2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Cougar weights approximately 330 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, 2000 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
