2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 107 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2006 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C2 | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |