2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. Both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2001 Citroen C3 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 90 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 (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
