2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 327 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.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
