2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C2 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3130 mm |
