2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Opel Speedster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Speedster weights approximately 75 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 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 36 L |
