2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 109 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, 2003 Citroen C2 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
