2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1167 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 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius 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 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C2 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
