2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
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 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 935 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 |
