2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 340 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
