2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2003 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2500 mm |
