2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 150 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 Citroen C2 (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
