2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
