2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 375 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 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C2 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |