2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2006 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | C2 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 84 L |
