2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 8 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1191 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Citroen | Bentley |
| Model | C2 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |
