2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 2009 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
