2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 396 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 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
