2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 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 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1384 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 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C2 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |
