2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Citroen C2
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 2009 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2009 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | C2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 41 L |
