2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
