2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
