2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 419 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C2 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |