2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
