2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 351 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C2 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
