2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 400 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.
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 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2. 2006 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 61 L |
