2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 655 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Citroen C2 2007 Honda Accord
Make Citroen Honda
Model C2 Accord
Year Released 2003 2007
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.7 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 166 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 65 L


 

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