2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1536 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
