2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Citroen C2

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 148 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2001 Citroen C2
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Corvette C2
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6996 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 644 Nm 94 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.6 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101.6 mm 69 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 321 km/hour 158 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 6 L/100km


 

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