2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Quantum would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 854 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 2007 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
