2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 219 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, 2004 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C2 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89.3 mm |
| 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 | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
