2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,390 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 302 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C2 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1404 mm |
