2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 464 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 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C2 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
