2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 94 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (123 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C2 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
