2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 10 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 744 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | C2 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 19.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
