2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
