2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 270 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2. 2008 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C2 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |