2006 Citroen C2 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
