2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (122 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (152 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
