2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C2 and 2000 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C2 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |