2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C2 | Terios |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
