2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford C-MAX (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 378 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2005 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
