2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
