2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C2 | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |