2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 864 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |
