2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 2 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1861 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |