2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 582 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 58 L |
