2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C2 2002 Toyota Corolla
Make Citroen Toyota
Model C2 Corolla
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
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 991 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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