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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2003 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 | 1398 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
