2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C2 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
