2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1345 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.
Because 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | C2 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 100 L |
