2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C2 | Defender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |
