2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C2 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2700 mm |
