2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Fit
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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2.
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 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 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 |
