2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 154 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |