2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Carina (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C2 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |