2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2008 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2. 2008 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2008 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Venza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 67 L |
