2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
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, 2004 Citroen C2 (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | C2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 41 L |
