2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2.
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 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
