2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD is newer by 5 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Scion xD weights approximately 261 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, 2011 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | C2 | xD |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
