2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |
