2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1144 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C2 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2895 mm |
