2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C2 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 976 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
