2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Sport Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider 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 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
