2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
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 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C2 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
