2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2001 Proton 400.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | C2 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
