2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Trevis
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C2 (59 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Trevis (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Trevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2009 Daihatsu Trevis | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Trevis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
