2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
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 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C2 | C3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 15.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |