2005 Citroen C2 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
