2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Fit

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C2 and 2005 Honda Fit were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C2 2005 Honda Fit
Make Citroen Honda
Model C2 Fit
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1397 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 82 HP
Torque 118 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 58 L


 

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