2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2006 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Captiva and 2006 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 2006 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Captiva | C2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
