2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 102 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 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C2 | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1422 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.8 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 | 996 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |