2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C2 and 2003 Toyota Echo were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Echo weights approximately 19 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 Echo (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2. 2003 Toyota Echo has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
