2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C2 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis 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.
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 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |