2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |