2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 520 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Auris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |