2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |