2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C2 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
