2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 488 kg more than 2007 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |