2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1187 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C2 | Defender |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 19.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 93 L |