2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |