2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Ford Ikon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 95 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon. 2008 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ikon has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ikon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C2 | Ikon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |