2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 477 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 79 L |
