2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 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. Both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2010 Citroen C3 are equipped with a 1,398 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 216 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 47 L |
