2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 80 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.
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 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2. 2008 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C2 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 15310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |