2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 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. Both 2003 Citroen C2 and 2011 Citroen C4 are equipped with a 1,358 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 257 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.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
