2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 230 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
