2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 9 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 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 (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
