2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C2 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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 Citroen C2 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 966 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |
