2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 kg more than 2006 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 Accord (217 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |