2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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, 2009 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 247 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
