2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
