2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 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 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
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 | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |