2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 870 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.

Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C2 2006 SsangYong Korando
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model C2 Korando
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 166 km/hour 148 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 16.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 70 L


 

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