2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
