2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C2 and 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 735 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.
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, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C2 | 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | C2 | Aurora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 248 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |