2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 427 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Civic |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
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 | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |