2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C2 and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 2003 Citroen C2 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C2 | R2 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 30 L |